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A 24-year-old female asked:
I tripped and fell on the sidewalk on sunday. it looks like road rash on my knee. there's yellow crust, redness, it feels hot and there is a deep pain in the bones. i spray it with bactine 3 times a day. can there be infection without puss?
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Dr. Robert Killiananswered
General Practice 30 years experience
Yellow Crust: Yellow crust often represents a staph infection. I would have your doctor take a look.
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Dr. Stephanie Saxton-danielsanswered
22 years experience
Yes: Pain, redness and warmth can be signs of infection. You should be evaluated by a physician that can examine the wound.
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Dr. Martin Raffanswered
Infectious Disease 58 years experience
See a doctor: Infection can occur without visible puss. Area will be red, hot, tender and swollen. Sounds like you should be examined by a professional immediately. Do not wait until this gets worse. Good luck and best wishes.
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